Jamie Lee Curtis pledges $1 million to aid Los Angeles wildfire victims, joining efforts with state and city leaders.
At a Glance
- Jamie Lee Curtis and her family donate $1 million for Los Angeles fire relief efforts
- Wildfires have destroyed over 2,000 structures and displaced thousands
- Curtis is coordinating with Governor Newsom, Mayor Bass, and Senator Schiff for fund distribution
- Several celebrities’ homes were affected, including Paris Hilton and Billy Crystal
- The 2025 Critics Choice Awards and multiple movie premieres have been postponed due to the fires
Hollywood Star Steps Up Amid Devastating Wildfires
As wildfires continue to ravage Los Angeles and surrounding areas, actress Jamie Lee Curtis has stepped forward with a generous act of support.
She might be Woke, but she can be nice.
Curtis and her family have pledged $1 million through their foundation to assist those affected by the catastrophic fires that have engulfed the region. The donation comes at a critical time as the community grapples with widespread destruction and displacement.
The Jamie Lee Curtis and Christopher Guest Family Foundation announced the substantial contribution, which aims to provide relief to victims and support recovery efforts. Curtis took to Instagram to share the news of her family’s commitment, emphasizing the urgent need for assistance in the face of ongoing devastation.
Jamie Lee Curtis Donates $1 Million to L.A. Fire Relief Efforts https://t.co/qE75dbsdOu
— E! News (@enews) January 9, 2025
Coordinated Efforts with State and City Leaders
To ensure the most effective use of the donated funds, Curtis is working closely with key government officials. She has been in communication with California Governor Gavin Newsom, Los Angeles Mayor Karen Bass, and Senator Adam Schiff to determine where the money can have the greatest impact.
“I’m in communication with Governor [Gavin] Newsom and Mayor [Karen] Bass and Senator [Adam] Schiff as to where those funds need to be directed for the most impact,” Jamie Lee Curtis said.
This collaborative approach demonstrates Curtis’s commitment to ensuring that the relief efforts are well-coordinated and reach those most in need. The actress’s proactive stance in working with government leaders underscores the importance of public-private partnerships in addressing large-scale disasters.
Personal Connection to the Disaster
Curtis’s decision to donate comes from a place of deep personal connection to the affected areas. The actress, who resides in Pacific Palisades, expressed her distress over the situation during an appearance on “The Tonight Show Starring Jimmy Fallon.” Her emotional account highlighted the extent of the destruction in her community.
“As you know, where I live is on fire right now, literally the entire city of Pacific Palisades is on fire. This is literally where I live – everything, the market I shop in, the schools my kids go to, friends, many, many, many, many, many friends now have lost their homes,” Jamie Lee Curtis said.
While Curtis’s own home was spared from the flames, many of her neighbors and fellow celebrities were not as fortunate. The fires have destroyed the homes of several well-known figures, including Paris Hilton, Billy Crystal, Cameron Mathison, and Adam Brody. The widespread impact on the entertainment community has led to the postponement of the 2025 Critics Choice Awards in Santa Monica and the cancellation of multiple movie premieres.
The Devastating Toll of the Wildfires
The Los Angeles wildfires have left a trail of destruction in their wake. Reports indicate that at least six lives have been lost, over 2,000 structures have been destroyed, and tens of thousands of residents have been forced to evacuate their homes. The scale of the disaster underscores the critical need for support and relief efforts like those initiated by Curtis.
“It’s just a catastrophe in Southern California. Obviously there have been horrific fires in many places [but] this is literally where I live,” Curtis said.
As the fires continue to rage, first responders and firefighters are working tirelessly to contain the blaze and protect lives and property.
